Chapter 8: Drive Axles; Rear Axle (2-Wheel Drive) - Toro Groundsmaster 3280-D Service Manual

Rear Axle (2-Wheel Drive)

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1. Bolt
2. Flat washer
3. Pivot pin
Removing the Rear Axle
Groundsmaster ® 3280-D/3320
05138SL Rev B
4. Locknut
5. Flat washer
6. Thrust washer (1.030
inch inner diameter)
Note: For repair information regarding the rear axle on 4-wheel drive machines;
refer to Chapter 8: Drive Axles (page
1. Park the machine on a level surface, lower the cutting deck (or implement),
shut off the engine, set the parking brake, and remove the key from the
key switch.
Note: For assembly purposes, tag the hydraulic hoses to show their correct
position on the steering cylinder.
2. Disconnect the hydraulic hoses from the steering cylinder. Install clean caps
or plugs on the hydraulic hoses and fittings to prevent system contamination.
3. Remove the locknut (item 9 in
pivot pin to the rear frame.
4. Raise the machine (just ahead of the rear wheels) until pressure is taken
off the axle pivot pin. Support the machine with jack stands to prevent it
from falling.
5. Remove the locknut (item 4 in
the pivot pin to the rear frame.
Figure 181
7. Rear axle
8. Thrust washer (0.766
inch inner diameter)
9. Locknut
8–1).
Figure 181) that secures the end of the axle
Figure 181), bolt, and flat washer that secure
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10. Steering cylinder
Chassis: Service and Repairs